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The Walters Art Museum
Major free art museum with collections spanning ancient to 19th-century works, known for its strong European, Asian, and medieval holdings.
Cheapest price
$204
Average price
$229
Fastest journey
1 d 2 h 20 m
Average duration
1 d 4 h 29 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
1372 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tampa, FL to Baltimore, MD is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tampa, FL to Baltimore, MD will cost around $229 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $204.
It's difficult to get from Tampa, FL to Baltimore, MD without transferring at least once.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Tampa, FL to Baltimore, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $146. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $146, and a train costs an average of $156.
Distance: 852 miles (1372 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
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$239 Average price Cheapest | $295 Average price | $262 Average price | $192 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
24h 29m Average total duration 23h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 23h 1m Average total duration 22h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 23m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Tampa, FL to Baltimore, MD:
A bus is $24 (€19) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Tampa, FL to Baltimore, MD costing on average $262 (€211).
A bus is $57 (€46) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tampa, FL to Baltimore, MD costing on average $295 (€238).
Other travel options to Baltimore, MD take longer:
Train takes on average 22h 31m.
Bus takes on average 23h 59m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 29h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $373 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35AM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 29h00 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $232 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 29h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $222 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 29h35 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $198 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 26h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $125 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 26h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 26h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $146 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 30h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $147 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 26h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $261 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 30h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $231 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 29h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $160 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 29h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $160 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 28h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $183 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 29h25 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 29h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $189 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 33h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $130 |
The table below shows live departures for Tampa, FL to Baltimore, MD buses for today, Sunday, May 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 AM Tampa, Marion Transit Center | 26h20 | 8:40 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:55 PM Tampa, Marion Transit Center | 29h35 | 10:30 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:25 PM Tampa, USF Holly Drive (Central Plant), FL | 29h05 | 10:30 PM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus+![]() | 10:10 PM Tampa, USF Holly Drive (Central Plant), FL | 29h25 | 3:35 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus+![]() | 10:35 PM Tampa, Marion Transit Center | 29h00 | 3:35 AM Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station) | 4 transfers | |
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Buses from Tampa, FL to Baltimore, MD run on average 7 times per day, taking around 23h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $146 (€117) but you can travel from only $102 (€82) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 01:35, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 852 miles (1372 km) distance in 26h 15m.
Distance 852 miles (1372 km) |
Average bus duration 23h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $146 (€117) |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 26h 15m |
First bus 1:35 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 77 days |
Discover the best of Baltimore — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Baltimore trip today.
Major free art museum with collections spanning ancient to 19th-century works, known for its strong European, Asian, and medieval holdings.
Leading art museum famous for its Cone Collection of Matisse works, contemporary art, sculpture garden, and broad global collections.
Distinctive museum dedicated to self-taught and outsider art, celebrated for imaginative exhibits and an iconic mirrored exterior.
Baltimore’s best-known visitor district with waterfront promenades, harbor views, and easy access to major attractions and boat tours.
Popular hilltop park with one of the city’s best skyline views, especially favored for sunset photos and social media shots.
Historic waterfront neighborhood known for cobblestone streets, maritime character, and lively atmosphere with excellent harbor walks.
Baltimore’s signature dish made with sweet lump blue crab meat, minimal filler, and seasoning, usually broiled or pan-fried. It is prized for showcasing Chesapeake Bay crab.
Whole Chesapeake blue crabs steamed with a heavy coating of spice blend, then cracked open by hand. This is one of the most iconic communal seafood meals in Baltimore.
A Baltimore-area barbecue specialty of thin-sliced beef cooked over charcoal and served on a roll, often with raw onion and horseradish. It is a classic regional working-class favorite.
One of Baltimore’s best-known fine dining restaurants, offering refined contemporary American tasting menus with polished service and an elegant atmosphere.
Established waterfront restaurant in Fells Point known for oysters, lobster rolls, and polished seafood dishes in a busy but welcoming setting.
Historic Lexington Market seafood counter famous for acclaimed Maryland crab cakes and other Chesapeake classics in a lively market setting.
Moderate by U.S. city standards. Casual dining is affordable, but hotels, parking, and upscale dining can add up.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants; 20%+ for great service. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff USD 2-5.
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